Waitomo Glowworm Caves Tour with Discover Waitomo

Highlights

• Explore 2 levels of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
• Boat ride through lower level to see glowworms
• Knowledgeable local guide
• Discover ancient cave formations

Description

Take a magical boat ride into Waitomo Glowworm Caves with Discover Waitomo and visit thousands of glowworms throughout subterranean passages and chambers. Join knowledgeable Discover Waitomo guides in a tour through the remarkable Waitomo Glowworm Caves and learn about the history and legends of this glowworm wonderland.

The Arachnocampa Luminosa species of glowworm can only be found in New Zealand, making the Waitomo Glowworm Caves a truly special experience and a New Zealand must-do. The guides at Discover Waitomo are particularly knowledgeable about the Maori history and culture of the caves, sharing stories from the Maori chief who discovered the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. The starry glowworm display in Waitomo Glowworm Caves goes back much further, taking millions of years to develop into the caves we see today.

Discover ancient cave formations and chambers lit up by glowworms in this surreal Waitomo Glowworm Caves experience. Explore two levels of the caves with Discover Waitomo, the dry upper level by foot and the lower level by boat. Float through the lower stream passages featuring glowworms and the tallest chamber in Waitomo Glowworm Caves, the Cathedral. The Waitomo Glowworm Caves with Discover Waitomo is a one of a kind tour with incredible informative guides and stunning glowworm light exhibits.

Trip Includes

• 1 hour boat ride through the upper and lower levels of the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
• Knowledgeable local guide
• Information on history and culture of Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Duration

• Allow 1 hour

Departures

• Every 30 minutes from 8:30am - 5:30pm (additional 6:30pm departure in summer Oct-Mar)
• Departs from Waitomo Glowworm Caves Visitor Centre at 39 Waitomo Village Road
• Operates daily all year

Other Information

• Bring a warm jacket and comfortable shoes
• Boat tour capacity is up to 23 people
• Children under 4 years go free but must be booked in
• Child rate is for children 4-14 years
• Photography is not permitted inside the Waitomo Glowworm Caves
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves average at a temperature of 16-17 degrees year round
• Waitomo Glowworm Caves do not have wheelchair access

Normal Retail Prices

• Adult (15+ years): NZD$79.00
• Child (4-14 years): NZD$36.00

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